Something special

Ever since I can remember, I have always wanted to be a police officer. As a child it was the only thing I ever said in response to the occasional ‘adult question’ of ‘what do you want to be when you grow up?’. After years of serious consideration of whether it was right for me, I went online to apply. I couldn’t believe it when, after months of being open, the recruitment was closed.

I didn’t see this coming and a wave of panic crept over me as I assumed that when I was ready, they’d have me. I explored other options and forces but it seemed like the only option for me was to join as a special.

Special constables have the exact same rights and powers as full time officers, the difference being, we volunteer. I saw this as the only route to get into the force and get the experience needed for when recruitment opens full time. After a recruitment process that took 9 months, and 6 months of police training, I am a fully warranted police officer. Still strange to say that now but I am very proud and cannot wait to join full time and make it my career.

9 months ago  /  0 notes

iPad

I have been away for a long time, today I took the plunge and bought an iPad so I’ll aim to blog at lot more from now

1 year ago  /  1 note

Christophers River

Today is my best friends birthday. He would have been 26 if he was here, but he’ll be celebrating in heaven right now as he passed away 3 years ago.

Chris was the most hilarious person I’d ever known and probably will ever know. He made everyone laugh and was a really loveable character. One day I’ll write a proper post about him but not today. We are going to visit the grave later as we do every birthday, all his friends and family gather for drinks and we share memories.

The title of this post is the title of a song by Biffy Clyro, a band we both loved. It’s special as I chose this to be played at his funeral, and the lyrics remind me of him.

I miss him.

1 year ago  /  0 notes